The cheapest cars launched in Vietnam this year: Starting at 235 million VND, small cars, and 7-seater MPVs
This year, the car market offers a wide range of options priced from over 200 million VND to below 500 million VND, with VinFast VF 3 standing out for its affordable price and impressive sales.
VinFast VF 3
VinFast VF 3 is a new phenomenon in the automotive industry this year. This mini electric car is currently the best-selling vehicle in Vietnam. In November 2024, VF 3 sold nearly 5,000 units, according to VinFast's announcement.
The VF 3 is priced from 240 million VND with battery leasing (235 million VND for early buyers). If you purchase the battery, the price is 322 million VND.
With compact dimensions of 3,190 mm in length and 1,679 mm in width, VF 3 is ideal for urban driving. Its ground clearance of 191 mm is higher than many models in the crossover segment.
The car's interior features a 10-inch touch screen and a gear lever behind the steering wheel. It has 4 seats but only 2 doors.
The electric motor provides 43.5 horsepower, with a driving range of up to 210 km per charge.
Wuling Bingo
Wuling Bingo belongs to a higher segment than the Mini EV, priced from 349 million VND, with the top variant priced at 569 million VND.
Bingo is a subcompact car with dimensions of 3,950 mm in length and 1,708 mm in width, competing with the Hyundai Grand i10 and Kia Morning, but Bingo is an electric vehicle.
The interior features two 10.25-inch screens, although the 349 million VND standard version only has one screen behind the steering wheel. Notable features include power-adjustable seats, automatic air conditioning, and electronic parking brakes.
According to the manufacturer's announcement, the standard version has a range of 203 km, while the top version offers 510 km per charge.
Hyundai Grand i10
The 2024 Hyundai Grand i10 is a facelifted version, priced from 360 million VND, unchanged from before.
The facelifted design includes minor changes, mainly to the grille, fog lights, and rear lights. The Grand i10 is still available in both hatchback and sedan styles.
The interior features an 8-inch touch screen supporting Apple CarPlay/Android Auto, and a USB-C port. The new version also displays tire pressure for each tire on the instrument screen.
An important update is that some features previously available only on higher trims are now standard.
Hyundai Accent
The 2024 Hyundai Accent comes with a completely new design, priced from 439 million VND to 569 million VND.
The design changes are noticeable, with the new rear lights and horizontal daytime running lights as the focal points, along with sharper lines compared to the previous generation.
The 2024 Accent is the only model in its segment to feature dual screens (8-inch and 10.25-inch), supporting wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto. The steering wheel is redesigned with a 2-spoke layout, and the top version now features a Bose sound system for the first time.
Additionally, the new Accent features significant upgrades in safety technology, including a front collision avoidance system, blind-spot warning and avoidance support, and lane-keeping assistance.
Nissan Almera
The Nissan Almera belongs to the same segment as the Hyundai Accent, with a starting price of 489 million VND and a top price of 569 million VND.
The 2024 Almera is a facelift, with minor changes to the front of the car, new wheel designs, and additional color options.
Inside, the 2024 Almera is upgraded with a center armrest for both rows of seats and wireless charging support.
In terms of safety technology, the vehicle is equipped with new features to compete in the segment, including blind-spot monitoring, rear-cross traffic alert, emergency automatic braking, forward collision warning, lane departure warning, and intelligent high beams. The car also features a 360-degree camera and tire pressure sensors.
Hyundai Stargazer
The Hyundai Stargazer has a starting price similar to the Nissan Almera, from 489 million VND, with the top version priced at 599 million VND.
In this major upgrade, the Stargazer adds the Stargazer X version, featuring a crossover-style design, making it the only new 7-seat vehicle under 500 million VND launched this year.
The interior has been improved with a 10.25-inch central screen, digital display behind the steering wheel, electronic parking brake, and wireless charging.
The safety technology of the Stargazer X is also a highlight, with features such as front and rear collision warnings and avoidance, blind-spot monitoring, driver fatigue warning, safe door opening warning, and intelligent automatic headlights.
Original article & pictures by AutoPro
